Meteorologists at Environment Canada are tracking "a series of severe thunderstorms" in the Greater Toronto Area "capable of producing strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall" this evening, Thursday.

Shortly after 8 PM, the National Weather Agency issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Toronto, Caledon, Newmarket, Georgina, the North York region, Pickering, Oshawa, the southern Durham region, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, King City, Aurora, Ajax, and Whitby. Also included are Orangeville, Grand Valley, and southern Dufferin County.

The weather agency stated that this line of storms extends from Whitby to Orton and is nearly stationary.

Environment Canada mentioned that heavy rainfall amounts exceeding 50 mm are likely, along with wind gusts of up to 90 km/h.

They clarified that "heavy rainfall could cause flash flooding and water accumulation on roads.

The agency noted that rapidly flowing water across the road could sweep vehicles away.

Additionally, the agency warned that strong wind gusts could toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break tree branches, and overturn large vehicles.

Environment Canada reminded drivers to slow down, monitor the brake lights ahead, and be prepared to stop if visibility decreases.

People were also urged to seek shelter immediately if severe weather approaches and to return to their homes if they see lightning.

Severe thunderstorm warnings are issued when imminent or ongoing thunderstorms are likely to produce large hail, destructive winds, or heavy rainfall.

On another note, the agency stated that severe thunderstorm warnings are also in effect for parts of Caledon, Halton Hills, Milton, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, and Guelph.

Environment Canada indicated that these storms could also produce wind gusts of up to 90 kilometers per hour and heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm.